THE refurbishment of The Farmers Arms continues to make steady progress. The new entrance and the ramp are almost complete.

The Bible Study group under the leadership of Rev Howard Mayell, are meeting at Ann Williamson’s home at Prior’s Court at 10am. All welcome.

Are you new to the village?

Everyone would love to meet you at the Village Welcome Party on Saturday 7 December, 11am to noon, in the Memorial Hall.

Newcomers will have a chance to find out about clubs and activities in the village, as well as meeting some of the locals.

If this is your first time at the Welcome Party, it would be appreciated if you could let Richard Hurley (01531 633230) or Mike Baines (01531 637316) know that you are coming and they will look out for you.

For all residents, this will be an opportunity to see the ‘Now and Then’ photographic exhibition of the village which the Archives Group have been working on.

The Christingle Service is on December 15, at 3.30pm at the church; carol-singing around the village is on December 18, from 6pm; and the Carol Service on Saturday, December 22, 9.30am at the church.

VALERIE CLARK 01531 630257